Evaluate the Plate is a full service nutritional analysis and consulting company serving the needs of restaurants of all sizes. Whether you have a single location or boast a multitude of chains, you have come to the right place. We make it easy so you can focus on what matters – your customers!

Have you noticed the calorie counts on fast food menus? We can guide you through the new menu labeling regulations or help you highlight some of your healthy dishes. Or, maybe your customers are asking for allergens in your menu items? We can help you make sense of it all. The best part is that a complete recipe analysis is affordable for any size restaurant.

All you have to do is provide us with your recipes and few other details, and you will receive complete report of everything you will need. Our services don’t stop there. We can help you tweak your recipes to be more health conscious, and we are always here to answer your questions.

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In a recent study, 91% of all kids meals at major restaurants were deemed unhealthy! That means that they did not meet the guidelines set forth by the National Restaurant Association’s Kids LiveWell program. This program put a focus on ...

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As most restaurant owners know by now, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 requires most businesses to provide employees with health care options. According to an article in the Wall Street Journal, one major restaurant chain is ...

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Many restaurants take advantage of pizza for it's versatility.You can top it with just about any sauce and throw some cheese and toppings and viola! you have a "pizza". Not only that, most of it is bread, so the cost is ...

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Looking into what types of oils your restaurant is using can help keep your trans fat and saturated fats down. Consumers are starting to see more menu labeling in their favorite restaurants. The first thing your customers will be looking ...

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Menu Labeling for Small- to Mid- Sized Restaurants
Restaurants with fewer than 20 locations can still provide nutrition information for their customers. These small restaurants may actually see more of the benefits of menu labeling than the major chains. They ...

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The menu labeling laws were put into place with a goal to reduce obesity rates. That's all good and wonderful that the FDA is making an effort to fight the obesity epidemic. But what does that mean to restaurants? Just ...

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Now that you've learn What Is Menu Labeling, the next step is determining the best method for your restaurant to implement menu labeling! In order to accurately display nutrition information, nutrition analysis must be completed on each menu item. The ...

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There is a lot of confusion about menu labeling and compliance. This is the first of a series of blog posts to help clear up the confusion! Here you'll learn about menu labeling, requirements, and exclusions. Other topics to come ...

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3 Tips for Avoiding GMOs on Your Menu
There has been a lot of controversy over GMOs in the general food supply recently. While restaurants have not seen a huge demand for non-GMO menu items... it's coming! So what can you ...

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According to the NPD Group, the number of restaurants have been on the decline from 2008-2011. This report indicates that 2.1 billion restaurants closed their doors over this time period. Chain restaurants have been holding fast, while independent restaurants are ...